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kiwanja @kiwanja.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

I turned sixty this summer — so I did something I'd never done and asked AI to write my obituary. It didn't make me gloomy. It just changed the question: not what have I built, but what have I paid attention to. www.kiwanja.net/blog/2026/08... #Mortality #Mindfulness #GoodAncestor

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Sixty - kiwanja.net

I turned sixty this summer. I've been sitting with that short sentence for a while now, not quite sure what to do with it. It doesn't feel like a

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kiwanja @kiwanja.bsky.social · 13/06/2026

Don't hold your breath on this promised Iran deal. 🙄

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kiwanja @kiwanja.bsky.social · 17/05/2026

There will never be a better time to read this book by @alastaircampbell2.bsky.social. But What Can I Do? is a straight talking motivational guide for ordinary citizens who feel frustrated or powerless about the modern political landscape. Which has to be the vast majority of us. Highly recommended.

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Tricycle: The Buddhist Review @tricyclemag.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

"Now more than ever, it’s imperative to be able to differentiate between what we ought to hold on to and what we ought to let go of, in order to live life to the fullest." –Shunmyo Masuno #DailyDharma tricycle.org/article/how-...

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How to Let Things Go

A selection of six pieces of life advice from a Zen Buddhist monk

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kiwanja @kiwanja.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

I count myself incredibly lucky not to only have been heavily influenced by this man, but to have had the opportunity - not once but twice - to meet and work with him over the years.

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kiwanja @kiwanja.bsky.social · 01/03/2026

Bombing your neighbours does nothing but breed resentment, radicalise their citizens and fuel cycles of retaliation. In a world crying out for solutions we need brave leaders who choose compassion over conflict, dialogue over destruction and peace over war. Shame we don't seem to have any. #Iran

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kiwanja @kiwanja.bsky.social · 28/02/2026

Only the very foolish fail to learn from history. #Iran #Iraq #WMD

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kiwanja @kiwanja.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

Finally, a #MAGA hat for the rest of us.

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kiwanja @kiwanja.bsky.social · 12/01/2026

I guess nothing beats joining forces with #ReformUK and the very person who put us in this 'dark and dangerous' place. 🙄

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Eliot Higgins @eliothiggins.bsky.social · 08/01/2026

For those keeping score, Bellingcat, The New York Times Visual Investigation Team, & Washington Post's Visual Forensic team have all published analysis showing the ICE shooter wasn't in the path of Renee Nicole Good’s vehicle when he shot her, contradicting statements by the President & his cronies

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kiwanja @kiwanja.bsky.social · 05/01/2026

We've just made our latest #Gaza Donor Pool donation, this time to Palestine Red Crescent. As always, a huge thank you to everyone who takes part in our monthly giving, and for stepping up in time of great (and worsening) need - and for refusing to look away. 🙏 Message me if you'd like to join us.

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kiwanja @kiwanja.bsky.social · 03/01/2026

If you're wondering what's been happening today, this is probably all you need to know. #Venezuela #Trump

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kiwanja @kiwanja.bsky.social · 28/12/2025

I'm excited to share this little bit of news as we approach the new year. My most recent book. The Pursuit of Purpose, has been selected out of tens of millions of other books to be part of Amazon's Kindle Deal for January. If you can't wait that long, you can get it here. 🙂 is.gd/purposebook

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kiwanja @kiwanja.bsky.social · 26/12/2025

Make a Bond movie academic: Quantum of Solace An Analysis of Empathy and Interpersonal Relationships in Post-Conflict Scenarios

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kiwanja @kiwanja.bsky.social · 23/12/2025

It's been a difficult year for many. If you're not one of them, just remember how lucky you are. Next year, let's all play our part in making the world a more peaceful, fairer, happier and more equitable place. 🙏.

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kiwanja @kiwanja.bsky.social · 08/12/2025

This year I’m making a different kind of New Year’s resolution. I’m choosing to fight my #apathy. Not by pretending the world is less overwhelming, but by refusing to look away and by taking small, meaningful actions that actually matter. Join me? ⬇️ www.gofundme.com/f/driving-so...

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Donate to Help build a powerful community of everyday changemakers, organized by Ken Banks

If you've answered yes to any of these three questions, pleas… Ken Banks needs your support for Help build a powerful community of everyday changemakers

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kiwanja @kiwanja.bsky.social · 07/12/2025

Apathy grows when the world feels overwhelming - but choosing to stay awake is an act of courage. Every small step you take pushes back against injustice, sparks hope and reminds us all that change begins when ordinary people refuse to stay quiet. Join us today. www.gofundme.com/f/driving-so...

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Donate to Help build a powerful community of everyday changemakers, organized by Ken Banks

If you've answered yes to any of these three questions, please r… Ken Banks needs your support for Help build a powerful community of everyday changemakers

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kiwanja @kiwanja.bsky.social · 11/11/2025

Tired, frustrated, saddened or angered by the ongoing humanitarian crisis in #Gaza? Feeling totally powerless to do anything about it? Well, you're not. I'm running a Donor Pool (UK only). See image for full post and details. If you're interested in joining us, I'd love to hear from you. 🙏

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kiwanja @kiwanja.bsky.social · 21/10/2025

One of the biggest myths you'll hear over and over is that criticising Israel in any shape or form is antisemitic. Period. It's not. Find out why in my post over on LinkedIn. #BreakTheSilence 📣 www.linkedin.com/posts/kiwanj...

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kiwanja @kiwanja.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

Don't underestimate the importance of this move. Well done to Spain and Italy. Now, who else is in? It may be too late for 70,000 murdered Palestinians, but international opinion is slowly beginning to turn. Speaking up does count. Do the right thing. Help #BreakTheSilence.

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kiwanja @kiwanja.bsky.social · 21/09/2025

It's amazing the difference 48 miles can make, don't you think? #TelAviv #Gaza #BreakTheSilence

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kiwanja @kiwanja.bsky.social · 16/09/2025

Summary of today's #UN investigation into Israel's actions in #Gaza.

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kiwanja @kiwanja.bsky.social · 06/09/2025

Right now 'terrorists' are being arrested for doing something that most politicians and businesses are simply too afraid - or not willing - to do. Protest against the systematic destruction of life, property and any hope of peace in #Gaza. I know which side of history I want to be on. You?

Police arrest everyday citizens in London taking part in protests against the war in Gaza.

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World Central Kitchen @wck.org · 05/09/2025

WCK teams in Gaza are working nonstop to support their fellow Palestinians. We’ve put together answers to your questions about the current state of our operations. #ChefsForGaza (1/3)

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kiwanja @kiwanja.bsky.social · 22/08/2025

Have a nice weekend, everyone.

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kiwanja @kiwanja.bsky.social · 22/07/2025

If this is the price of unconditional support for "the only democracy in the Middle East" then this isn't the kind of democracy I grew up in. This is evil, pure and simple. #HumanityNow #Gaza

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kiwanja @kiwanja.bsky.social · 19/07/2025

A tale of two headlines. How on earth did we get this so wrong? #Gaza #PalestineAction

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kiwanja @kiwanja.bsky.social · 05/07/2025

This picture was drawn during a UNICEF play activity in #Gaza by a 7-year old boy called Yamen. He was asked to draw a wish. ✏️ And what did he draw? A sky without fighter planes or drones. 😔 I can't imagine the horrors these children are being put through. But I do know it needs to stop. 🛑

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kiwanja @kiwanja.bsky.social · 01/07/2025

♥️ Really thrilled by the response to this so far. 🌍 If you care about what's going on in the world but, for whatever reason, struggle to do anything about it, I'd love you to join our growing 'from apathy to action' community. There's more on the website here: kiwanja.net/apathytoaction

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kiwanja @kiwanja.bsky.social · 30/06/2025

Prosecute on the left. Pass on the right. #Hypocrisy

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kiwanja @kiwanja.bsky.social · 30/06/2025

I'm looking for a few more people to become founding members of a new project exploring apathy in the face of global crises. If you care about what's going on in the world but struggle, for whatever reason, to do anything about it, I'd love you to take part. 🙏 kiwanja.net/apathytoaction

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kiwanja @kiwanja.bsky.social · 25/06/2025

If you're as frustrated at the state of the world as I am, I may have just the thing for you. ♥️ Click here for more: kiwanja.net/apathytoaction Shares welcome. 🙏 #globalaffairs #apathy #activism

Archbishop Desmond Tutu, arms outstretched, giving a speed during the South African apartheid era.

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kiwanja @kiwanja.bsky.social · 24/06/2025

Not sure how we got to the point where three old white men get to decide on everyone's future.

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kiwanja @kiwanja.bsky.social · 17/06/2025

"If you are neutral in situations of injustice, you have chosen the side of the oppressor" - Archbishop Desmond Tutu.

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kiwanja @kiwanja.bsky.social · 15/06/2025

Sending my thoughts and prayers this #FathersDay to all those out there doing the very best they can for their families, often in the most challenging and unimaginable of circumstances. Photo: A Syrian refugee kisses his daughter as he walks towards Greece's border with Macedonia (Yannis Behrakis).

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kiwanja @kiwanja.bsky.social · 01/06/2025

The anger says it all, doesn't it? Another day, another immoral, indiscriminate attack on innocent Palestinians. But tomorrow there will be another, and it will be quickly forgotten. www.theguardian.com/world/2025/j...

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kiwanja @kiwanja.bsky.social · 31/05/2025

Exploring the tension in #Buddhism between personal enlightenment and very real social action, my latest blog post details many of the struggles I have with how I respond - or not? - to the levels of #conflict and violence we see in the world today. www.kiwanja.net/blog/2025/05...

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Compassion in the face of conflict

A few weeks ago I took part in a weekend retreat at the Cambridge Buddhist Centre, something I've wanted to do for a long time. Meditation, Buddhist teachings and vegan food were the order of day, but...

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🅡🅞🅑 🅜🅔🅢🅤🅡🅔 @robmesure.bsky.social · 29/05/2025

I have been logged out of my toothbrush.

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Justin Whitaker @justinwhitaker.bsky.social · 28/05/2025

Ever wanted to talk about #Buddhism and #Money (or personal #finance), but didn't know where to start? Here's your chance, the first of a series by @maiaduerr.bsky.social , author of "Work That Matters: Create a Livelihood that Reflects Your Core Intention." www.buddhistdoor.net/features/the...

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The Dharma of Money - Buddhistdoor Global

Understanding wealth as a gateway to greed or generosity helps us reflect on how the Buddha’s teachings guide us through our relationship with money.

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Greenpeace International 🌍 @greenpeace.org · 26/05/2025

This is about the human cost of plastic. They work in the shadows of toxic dumpsites, sorting through the world’s waste - but no one sees them. @greenpeaceafrica.org’s new documentary gives waste pickers the spotlight they’ve always deserved. Watch it on bit.ly/44TrRKs #GlobalPlasticTreaty

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